Collegiate Recovery Essential Assets and Campus Examples

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1 Collegiate Recovery Essential Assets and Campus Examples Angie Tozier Bryan, UC Santa Barbara Audrey Pusey, UC Riverside Jerry Phelps, UC San Diego Jenna Parisi, Transforming Youth Recovery

2 Laudet slide about co-occurring disorders Laudet, A. Results from the first nationwide survey of students in Collegiate Recovery Programs. 5 th Annual Collegiate Recovery Conference. Augsburg College, June 5-7, 2014.

3 College students in recovery: campus challenges Many college peers are engaging in alcohol and other drug experimentation while students in recovery: Are learning how to maintain abstinence Are learning how to maintain abstinence Are learning how to maintain abstinence Restructuring their daily lives to avoid behaviors and social triggers that may lead to use Restructuring their daily lives to avoid behaviors and social triggers that may lead to use Balancing the demands of recovery and academics Balancing the demands of recovery and academics Making new friends and finding a sense of belonging Making new friends and finding a sense of belonging

4 What is a CRP? A Supportive Environment within the campus culture that reinforces the decision to disengage from an addictive behavior. Educational opportunity alongside recovery support to ensure that students do not have to sacrifice one for the other. Collegiate Recovery Communities are designed to provide: Accountability for recovering students that comes from both higher education staff and peers. A genuine college experience for individuals with addictive disorders apart from the culture of partying that is present on today's campuses.

5 CRP Outcomes Higher average GPAs than the general campus population Higher retention and graduation rates Lower rates of return to use Cassy Nielsen, Recovery Peer Intern at UCSB Receiving the Friedman Memorial Award, the 2 nd highest award given to a graduating senior

6 Collegiate Recovery Programs and Efforts Growth First TYR Grant Application Received 115 Source: Retrieved: July 29, 2014

7 Lifecycle of a Recovery Community Notion You are cultivating a small group of students to build a recovery community. Establishment You have a community of students in recovery and are making new relationships to support those students. Maturity You have a formalized collegiate recovery program and community. Sustainablilty You have a formalized collegiate recovery program and are building coalitions to extend the influence of the community. Source: Responses to the Collegiate Recovery Asset Survey by 41 grantees of Transforming Youth Recovery. May, 2014

8 Lifecycle Stages of a Recovery Community 2014 Survey Notion You are cultivating a small group of students to build a recovery community. Establishment You have a community of students in recovery and are making new relationships to support those students. Maturity You have a formalized collegiate recovery program and community. Sustainability You have a formalized collegiate recovery program and are building coalitions to extend the influence of the community. 37% (15) 29% (12) 15% (6) 19% (8) Florida Atlantic University CSU San Bernardino University of Wisconsin La Crosse Dalton State College Pace University New York City Montana State University Morehead State University Stony Brook University The University of Texas at Tyler Virginia Commonwealth University University of South Carolina University of Massachusetts Boston University Of North Dakota Arkansas State University Jonesboro North Carolina Central University 4 (0 14) UC Riverside Michigan State University UC Santa Cruz Boise State University The University of Mississippi University of Virginia University of Connecticut UC San Diego University of Washington Wake Forest University Saint Louis University The University of Texas at Arlington 16 (4 45) University of Michigan Kennesaw State University UNC Charlotte Auburn University Oregon State University Longwood University 18 (4 57) University of Houston The University of Texas at Austin St. Cloud State University UNC Wilmington The Ohio State University UC Santa Barbara University of Nevada Reno Mississippi State University 34 (4 150) Avg. Number of Engaged Students by Stage (Range of Engaged Students by Stage) Source: Responses to the Collegiate Recovery Asset Survey by 41 grantees of Transforming Youth Recovery. May, 2014

9 2014 TYR Grantee Survey 8 assets that are viewed as critical to starting any collegiate recovery effort. Students in recovery who are interested in growing the recovery community on-campus. Mutual aid support groups near or on campus for students in recovery (i.e. AA, NA, GA, and other 12-Step meetings in addition to groups such as Celebrate Recovery, SMART Recovery, eating disorder recovery, Teen Challenge, etc.). Individuals who are dedicated staff for a collegiate recovery program (faculty, staff, students; full or part-time). Physical space for students to get together socially, soberly, and safely (organized meals, dances, bowling or other age-appropriate activities). Physical space that is dedicated for students in recovery to gather and meet. Organizations, departments and services that a collegiate recovery program can refer students who need outside services (treatment centers, mental health professionals, counselors, psychologists, etc). Individuals who are influential within the University and/or in the broader community and are interested in advocating for students in recovery. Students in recovery who are interested in mentoring other students in recovery (vocational, recovery, or as a general role model). Source: Responses to the Collegiate Recovery Asset Survey by 41 grantees of Transforming Youth Recovery. May, 2014

10 Community Mapping Platform Add to The

11 Asset pages have been expanded to include tools to create and view community network models and community specific practices. Add to The

12 University of California Santa Cruz Slugs in Recovery CSU Stanislaus Warriors for Recovery University of California Merced University of California Riverside Healing Highlanders University of California Santa Barbara Gauchos for Recovery UCLA Bruins for Recovery USC The Haven at College CSU Long Beach Beach Recovery CSU San Bernardino Student Health and Psychological Counseling Center University of Redlands The Haven at College University of California San Diego Triton Recovery Group San Diego State University

13 Gauchos For Recovery - UCSB UCSB demographics approx 20,000 students Consistently ranked as a top University in the nation - #2 in the world in the Leiden rankings ranked #2 party school in the nation Isla Vista

14 UCSB Alcohol & Drug Program Part of Student Health Services Satellite office in Isla Vista Group and Individual Counseling, mostly mandated Prevention & Outreach

15 The Process Introduction of idea CRC Replication Materials from Texas Tech Formal proposal to begin work - Summer 2012 Focus Groups - January 2012 AOD Town Hall Meeting - February 2012 County Funding Visit to Texas Tech - April 2012 Relationships with campus departments and clinicians Recovery Specialist Position - July 2012

16 The Process Recovery Peer Interns 10 hours per week Paid through County Funds and/or work study Peer Counseling, Outreach, Meeting Facilitation Students for Recovery Meeting Modeled after Tech "Celebration" Meeting CUCRC 2012 The Stacie Mathewson Foundation Grant Developing a space

17 Recovery Lounge Open for students in recovery from 4-7 PM weekdays Computers and WiFi Recovery Library

18 Progress and Goals Gauchos for Recovery Student Org Peer Counseling Students for Recovery Meeting Outreach, outreach, outreach Goals for the Future housing increased numbers scholarships on-campus NA, OA, Alanon, larger space that recovery students can access independently

19 University of California, Riverside Public institution 21,000+ student population Diverse campus 58% are first-generation college students

20 Seeds Planted 2008 Began researching CRC model at TTU, UCR seminar Try, try again! We don t have a problem on our campus Healing Highlanders student organization formed on UCR campus 2012 first California Collegiate Recovery Conference held on UCR campus (hosted by Healing Highlanders), brought idea of CRPs to the state, drew people from all over nation Second CUCRC In planning for third CUCRC Therapist Assistant position Tutoring with local high schools Scholarship

21 Healing Highlanders at UCR Established in the spring of 2011 Independent student organization Ally-based Hosts the annual California Unified Collegiate Recovery Conference Focused on education first few years, breaking the stigma Recipients' of the UC President s Award for Outstanding Student Leadership in 2013 For more information: Website: Facebook:

22 The Loft (R Sober Space) The Loft is an emerging Collegiate Recovery Program that will be opening in Fall 2014! Students will have access to a fellowship, a recovery library, computers, and space for meetings/events. The program will have a dedicated graduate student and an undergraduate student intern serving as the coordinators for the program. Almost done!!

23 Community Partnerships SMF/Transforming Youth Recovery MFI Northbound Treatment Center Valenta Eating Disorder Center The Haven Recovery Grads

24 R Future Go, Highlanders! The Loft IOP Partnerships Strengthen campus referral system CUCRC UCOP Expand community and inter-campus connections Establish funding base

25 Vision for UCSD Create a vibrant and sustainable CRC at UCSD involving students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community. UC San Diego will be known as a school that welcomes and supports students in recovery from alcohol, substances and other addictions. Create a Center for Students in Recovery similar to a campus community center with a permanent staff coordinator, programs to support students in or seeking recovery and a permanent budget. A development strategy for scholarships, programming, expansion and support. Dedicated housing for students in recovery

26 The Process grass roots + 12 step meeting given a room 2009 Dedicated staff champion of recovery Agenda item Supporting Students In Recovery - ATOD committee 2012 Transforming Youth Recovery Grant Formation of Student Organization Triton (our mascot) Recovery Group Fall 2013 Hire student intern January 2014 Develop relationships with campus departments and clinicians

27 Campus Partners Counseling and Psychological Services Student Health Sexual Assault Resource Center Recreation 6 Colleges LGBT Resource Center Cross Cultural Resource Center Women s Resource Center Black Resource Center Housing Dining and Hospitality Services

28 Importance of student peers Recovery Intern 12 hours per week Paid through Stacie Mathewson Foundation Capacity building, student organization promotion, new 12 step meetings Student Organization 6 active members 12+ more peripheral members Social events, tabling, meeting attendance, advocacy, connection

29 Triton Recovery Group Community Advisor Principal Members Logo Tabling Collaboration with other campus groups Collaboration with campus community centers Webpage

30 Triton Recovery Group Mission Triton Recovery Group seeks to create a safe space for university students in, or seeking recovery by providing resources, support, and fellowship for all individuals regardless of the type of addiction or associated recovery program. We want to create a community of students in recovery at UC San Diego that can insure students on campus will have a positive experience that is both fun and helps in their wellbeing.

31 Triton Recovery Group Marketing Bookmark Flyers Brochure T-Shirt Table cloth Tent Website Private FB Page Social events: Study Breaks Dinner and a Meeting Movie Night Game Night Bowling

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33 Future Goals Housing Committee (pilot project next year) Continue Recovery Intern Increase TRG membership Increase Referrals from CAPS, SHS, Deans, Residence Life Collaborative programs with other student organizations More on campus meetings Dedicated space Collaborate San Diego area colleges

34 Additional Resources ARHE ARS Conference: University of Nevada Reno Conference: Philadelphia, PA

35 Upcoming Conference

36 Thank you! Contact us: Angie Tozier Bryan, MA, MEd, MFTI (805) Audrey L. Pusey, MEd, CADC, ICADC (951) Jerry Phelps, PhD (858) Jenna Parisi, MSPH, CHES (858) x107